Dispensing Optician

Glasgow, St Enochs Centre

What you’ll get

This Dispensing Optician salary is competitive and reflects your skills and experience. While specific salary figures are not provided, the comprehensive package includes:

Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and a gift card for expectant or adopting parents.
A flexible benefits scheme offering options such as buying additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, and activity passes.
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through an Employee Assistance Programme.

Explore further details on the extensive benefits and discounts available. Please note that any salary estimates on third-party sites may not be accurate.

About this opportunity

Discover exciting Dispensing Optician jobs in Glasgow, St Enochs Centre, offering a fantastic opportunity to advance your optical career. This role is perfect for a GOC-registered professional looking to make a significant impact in a community-focused optical practice.

What does this Dispensing Optician role involve?

As a qualified Dispensing Optician, you will be dedicated to providing an exceptional level of customer care and expert advice. Your role is crucial in ensuring customers have a positive experience, encouraging them to return to the practice.

You will work within a busy store environment, reporting to the Store Manager. This position offers a chance to apply your clinical knowledge and customer service skills daily.

Key responsibilities for this Dispensing Optician vacancy

Providing essential clinical support in store for regulated dispensing activities.
Inspiring your optical team by sharing your expertise to deliver outstanding service.
Actively listening to customer needs and offering tailored advice and solutions.
Assisting customers in selecting the most suitable eyewear, ensuring they receive the best product for their requirements.
Supporting the team in maintaining efficient daily operations and ensuring legal compliance.
Offering specialist knowledge for patients with more complex optical needs.

Requirements for this Dispensing Optician position

Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) is essential for this role.
A genuine passion for continuous learning and development, including completing all required CPD training.

It would be advantageous if you also possess the ability to embrace new technologies within the optical field.

Your career progression in optical roles

This role offers diverse career pathways within the optical sector. You can progress into clinician or non-clinical leadership positions, or even explore ownership opportunities through franchise programmes. The practice is committed to supporting your professional journey, whatever direction you choose.

About the practice and next steps

We are a dedicated optical team focused on helping everyone see what's possible. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

If you are interested in this Dispensing Optician vacancy in Glasgow, St Enochs Centre, we encourage you to apply. Our team will be in touch regarding the outcome of your application or to discuss the next steps.

We are open to discussing part-time and job share options for full-time advertised roles. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment check, which may include a DBS, PVG, or Access NI check depending on your location. We consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis. We look forward to hearing from you.